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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Runkana, Internist in Montgomery, AL?
Dr. Ashok Runkana, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Montgomery, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Runkana graduated from Andhra Medical College and completed his residency at Fairview Hospital Program. Dr. Runkana is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Runkana’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Runkana’s office at (334) 613-0807.
Where did Dr. Runkana go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Fairview Hospital Program
Medical School: Andhra Medical College
What languages does Dr. Runkana speak?
Dr. Runkana and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Runkana treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Runkana diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Runkana. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Diastolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
- HFpEF
- Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5030: Unspecified diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
- Acute MI
- Cardiac Arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
- I219: Acute myocardial infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Runkana perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ashok Runkana may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Runkana's office.
Does Dr. Runkana accept my insurance?
Dr. Runkana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (334) 613-0807 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Runkana accept in Montgomery, AL?
Dr. Runkana in Montgomery, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Devoted Health
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Runkana's office located?
Dr. Ashok Runkana's Primary Practice
2055 E South Blvd Ste 402
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 613-0807
What is Dr. Runkana's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Runkana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245511955.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Runkana?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Runkana
What is Dr. Ashok Runkana's specialty?
Dr. Runkana is a Internist near Montgomery, AL.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Runkana to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ashok Runkana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Runkana is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center East - Montgomery which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Ashok Runkana accepting new patients in Montgomery, AL?
Yes, Dr. Ashok Runkana is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashok Runkana offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Runkana's office at (334) 613-0807 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashok Runkana?
Please contact Dr. Runkana's office at (334) 613-0807 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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